WRLK-DT TV Guide and Schedule Listings
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Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Military service in the families of Patricia Arquette, Julianne Moore and John McCain.
Annie Oakley: American Experience
Sharpshooter Annie Oakley finds fame in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show.
Frontline
A report on the rising fear of deportation among Haitians who fled to the U.S.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Military service in the families of Patricia Arquette, Julianne Moore and John McCain.
Annie Oakley: American Experience
Sharpshooter Annie Oakley finds fame in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show.
Frontline
A report on the rising fear of deportation among Haitians who fled to the U.S.
Declarations: Black Americans and the Revolutionary War
Following the stories of enslaved and freed Black Americans who fought to define democracy and their liberty through the Revolutionary War.
Antiques Roadshow
An Asscher-cut yellow diamond ring circa 1930; a Charles Rohlfs mahogany chair; a 1958 Picasso drawing with documentation.
Antiques Roadshow
A 1933 "Duck Soup" movie poster; an 1867 Carl Haag watercolor; an Edward Gilpin watch circa 1670.
Priscilla's Yoga Stretches
Host Priscilla Patrick leads a daily workout in Hatha yoga.
Priscilla's Yoga Stretches
Host Priscilla Patrick leads a daily workout in Hatha yoga.
Yoga in Practice
Exploring contraction and expansion with the Triangle Pose.
Wild Kratts
The Wild Kratts are on a mission to figure out the differences between African and Asian elephants; they soon discover that despite their differences, all elephants have lots in common, like feelings, emotions, and real intelligence.
Weather Hunters
The kids learn what colors make up a rainbow just in time for a Mother's Day surprise.
Lyla in the Loop
Lyla asks customers for their leftover pumpkins, but then gets way too many; Lyla and Luke put their sisters, Liana and Louisa, through a babysitting test.
Carl the Collector
Carl and his pals are excited about trick-or-treating until Forrest shares a spooky rumor that Mr. Price is a wizard who turns kids into chicken noodle soup.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel gets mad at Miss Elaina that he wants to push her, but then remembers the importance of self-control and how to stop himself from hurting a friend; Farmer Daniel gets mad when Margaret knocks down his fence.
Super Why's Comic Book Adventures
Mr. More takes letter m's and makes more Mr. Mores; Alpha Pig's transforming shoes go haywire; Power Paige wants a Miss Mega comic.
Phoebe & Jay
Phoebe and Jay accidentally get paint on the mail and have to decode addresses; Phoebe and Jay find their parents' box of memories.
Sesame Street
Rudy is afraid of getting a shot at the doctor's office, so Nina and Abby play pretend to show what the visit will be like so he can feel less scared.
Nature
After adopting an orphaned elephant online, Elmo and the Sesame Street gang go on an African safari, traveling to Kenya's Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to meet the elephant and the keepers who care for her.
Rosie's Rules
While trick-or-treating, Rosie and Javi try to avoid a pirate ghost who may be haunting the cul-de-sac; Rosie and Javi offer to help make Crystal's haunted house spooky.
Elinor Wonders Why
The kids learn the benefits of eating different colored foods; Olive tries to get a picture of a puffin.
Alma's Way
A dirty Chacho runs away at the park; Alma realizes that Frankie's old sneakers are more valuable than they appear.
Molly of Denali
Molly spends the night at Tooey's house when a blizzard strikes Qyah; Molly loses her fish charm bracelet in an ice hole.
Baking With Julia
Martha Stewart assembles a wedding cake, from the initial layering to building the support structure.
Ask This Old House
Removing invasive plants from a backyard; chimney caps; installing a bidet toilet.
Cook's Country
Bryan Roof visits the Cuban Sandwich Festival in Tampa, Fla.; Bryan makes host Bridget Lancaster a Cuban sandwich with homemade Cuban bread and roast pork with mojo; tasting expert Jack Bishop and host Julia Collin Davison taste mustard.
America's Test Kitchen
New England fish chowder; Nakiri knives; tiny tools; hearty green salad with chickpeas, pickled cauliflower and seared halloumi.
Midsomer Murders
Barnaby and Scott travel to a picturesque village to investigate the murder of an undertaker.
My Life Is Murder
When a Christmas light fan falls from his roof, Alexa gets involved in a case that's tangled up in knots.
PBS News Hour
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
Big Adventures: Into the Amazon With Robson Green
Exploring the Anavilhanas Archipelago in a canoe; fishing with a bow and arrow; getting up close to a baby caiman that can grow up to 16 feet in length.
Nature
Following the lives of two tiger mothers and how they raise their cubs on an island full of threats in the forests of western Nepal.
NOVA
The surprising story of how our planet's diverse creatures became the furious feeding machines they are today.
Secrets of the Dead
Unseen documents and new sources illustrate the story of how France and the United States came together to produce the enduring symbol of freedom - the Statue of Liberty.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
Nature
Following the lives of two tiger mothers and how they raise their cubs on an island full of threats in the forests of western Nepal.
NOVA
The surprising story of how our planet's diverse creatures became the furious feeding machines they are today.
Secrets of the Dead
Unseen documents and new sources illustrate the story of how France and the United States came together to produce the enduring symbol of freedom - the Statue of Liberty.
Hotel Portofino
Rose and her mother arrive at the hotel to evaluate a prospective marriage with Lucian; Lucian's mother, Bella, finds herself vulnerable to extortion.
Annie Oakley: American Experience
Sharpshooter Annie Oakley finds fame in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show.
Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Military service in the families of Patricia Arquette, Julianne Moore and John McCain.
Priscilla's Yoga Stretches
Host Priscilla Patrick leads a daily workout in Hatha yoga.
Priscilla's Yoga Stretches
Host Priscilla Patrick leads a daily workout in Hatha yoga.
Yoga in Practice
Exploring fullness, with a focus on Revolved Triangle Pose.
Wild Kratts
Sloth bears have unique powers, including the ability to harness the power of suction to acquire food.
Weather Hunters
A foggy Halloween almost derails Corky and Lily's trick-or-treating.
Lyla in the Loop
Luke plays doctor with Stu as a nurse and Lyla pretends to be different patients; Lyla, Everett, Luke and Stu build an elaborate track to get a tennis ball down to the lobby.
Carl the Collector
Carl's favorite sour pickle scratch-n-sniff sticker loses its smell; Carl notices that his baby blanket, Knit-Knit, has a hole in it.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Katerina has trouble deciding what she wants to be for Dress Up Day; the children show off their fancy costumes during the annual parade.
Super Why's Comic Book Adventures
A ghost needs to find her "oo" sound; The Eraser gets greedy while trick-or-treating; Princess Presto's Halloween costume spell goes magically wrong.
Phoebe & Jay
Phoebe, Jay, Grandma Annie and Pete create the family's first recipe for Sunday greens; Phoebe and Jay are excited about their first campout in the courtyard.
Sesame Street
While Abby and Elmo work together to find a lost Bubble Bug, Grover and Cookie Monster stay behind to take care of the fairy garden's magical beasties.
Work It Out Wombats!
The Wombats create a summer version of Halloween; the Wombats design and build their own snow globe.
Donkey Hodie
Donkey Hodie and pals help Purple Panda celebrate his first Halloween in Someplace Else.
Rosie's Rules
Rosie wants to be Mayor for the day; Rosie decides she wants to be a statue.
Elinor Wonders Why
Elinor and her friends investigate the purpose of smell; Elinor is excited to explore with Camilla Dromedary, but Camilla is more interested in playing dress up.
Alma's Way
Alma and Eddie open a mofongo food truck but run out of time to make the mofongo; Alma challenges André to scooter races to prove she is faster.
Molly of Denali
Molly helps Jake, who is non-Native, properly dress as Indigenous hero Walter Harper for Halloween; Molly is on a mission to find out what is causing the trees to turn rusty brown.
Baking With Julia
Nancy Silverton bakes a crème fraîche brioche torte with fresh fruit poached in a white wine.
Ask This Old House
Protecting homes against wildfires; firescaping; fire hardening a home; a weeding method to lower fire spreading.
Cook's Country
North Carolina barbecue pork; fire pits for cooking; lemonade with honey.
America's Test Kitchen
Grilled boneless beef short ribs with preserved lemon and almond sauce; goat cheese; the science behind Thai jelly beer; briam.
Fork & Hammer
Leluia Hall nears completion; Jeff and Jamie head to Charleston for inspiration; unexpected news hits that shakes the entire group.
Best of Sewing With Nancy
Clever gift ideas made from vintage hankies and doilies, ties, towels and laminated bags serve as useful gifts and attractive conversation pieces.
Under the Vines
The Oakley gang begin preparations for the Behind the Vines Showcase, while Louis attempts to repair his marriage.
PBS News Hour
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
Generations in Conversation: A Voters Forum
Engage in a town hall exploring the issues that matter most to South Carolina voters ahead of the November 2026 election. Informed voices and South Carolinians discuss issues affecting residents, families and communities across the state.
SCETV Safe Space
WRLK-DT is a public television station broadcasting to viewers as part of the South Carolina ETV (SCETV) network, licensed to Columbia, South Carolina. This WRLK-DT TV guide provides an operational overview of the channel's broadcast programming structure, schedule organization, and guidance on how to locate upcoming program times. Viewers relying on local listings can use this guide to navigate daily broadcast blocks, evening lineups, and public broadcasting content across South Carolina.
About WRLK-DT
WRLK-DT operates as a member station of South Carolina ETV, serving the Midlands region of South Carolina. Licensed to Columbia, WRLK-DT transmits public television content distributed by PBS alongside state-focused educational programming, local documentary initiatives, and regional news coverage.
As part of the statewide educational television infrastructure, WRLK-DT delivers commercial-free public broadcasting designed to serve viewers of all ages. Its signal reaches households across central South Carolina, delivering both national PBS programs and local South Carolina ETV productions.
WRLK-DT TV Guide and Daily Schedule Structure
Understanding how the WRLK-DT TV guide is organized helps viewers easily locate specific broadcasts throughout the day. Like most public broadcasting stations, WRLK-DT divides its broadcast day into consistent, themed programming blocks designed around audience availability.
- Morning & Daytime Educational Block: Early morning through mid-afternoon features children's educational television from PBS KIDS, alongside instructional content and lifelong learning programs.
- Late Afternoon & Early Evening: Programming transitions into news analysis, public affairs, cooking, travel, and lifestyle series.
- Prime Time & Nightly Lineup: Evening hours feature flagship documentary series, drama broadcasts, fine arts performances, and local South Carolina public affairs programs.
- Late Night: Late-night hours often feature encore presentations of prime-time documentaries, independent films, and international news broadcasts.
Checking TV Guide Listings for Tonight on WRLK-DT
When searching for TV guide listings for tonight on WRLK-DT, viewers should account for specific evening broadcast windows where flagship programming airs. Prime-time schedules typically feature national PBS series mixed with local South Carolina ETV specials.
Because broadcast schedules may experience adjustments due to live pledge events, breaking public affairs coverage, or special local broadcasts, viewers planning their evening viewing should follow a simple routine to verify exact airtimes:
- Identify your local time zone (WRLK-DT broadcasts on Eastern Time).
- Select the current calendar date to isolate today's active broadcast grid.
- Scroll to the evening time block (typically starting at 7:00 PM or 8:00 PM ET) to review tonight's prime-time features.
- Check subchannel listings if you receive WRLK-DT over-the-air, as secondary digital channels may broadcast alternative SCETV/PBS schedules such as South Carolina Channel, ETV World, or PBS KIDS.
Programming Categories on WRLK-DT
WRLK-DT carries a broad variety of non-commercial television content tailored to educational, cultural, and informational interests. Primary programming categories include:
- Children's & Educational: Curriculum-based programs focused on literacy, science, mathematics, and social-emotional development.
- Public Affairs & News: In-depth news analysis, national daily news programs, and state-focused political and community discussions covering South Carolina affairs.
- Documentaries & History: Historical retrospectives, natural science investigations, and biographical documentaries.
- Arts, Culture & Performance: Musical concerts, theater showcases, fine arts series, and cultural explorations.
- Local & Regional Interest: SCETV original productions focusing on South Carolina history, natural resources, culture, and community stories.
How to Access WRLK-DT Listings and Viewing Information
WRLK-DT is available to viewers across central South Carolina through multiple reception methods:
- Over-the-Air (OTA) Digital Broadcast: Available via standard digital television antennas tuned to the local physical and virtual channel assignments for WRLK-DT in the Columbia market.
- Cable & Satellite Providers: Carried on regional cable television lineups across the Columbia metro area and statewide satellite packages serving South Carolina. Channel numbers vary by local provider.
- Digital & On-Demand Platforms: Select WRLK-DT programs and SCETV content can be streamed via official public television digital platforms, applications, and station portals.
Time-Zone and Regional Schedule Factors
WRLK-DT operates in the Eastern Time Zone (ET). Viewers checking schedules from adjacent regions or near state borders should keep the following timing factors in mind:
Programming times published in national schedules are often listed in Eastern Time, matching WRLK-DT's local broadcast clock. However, viewers accessing schedules through third-party guide applications should ensure their device time zone is configured correctly so that listings reflect accurate local airtimes. Seasonal shifts, such as Daylight Saving Time, apply uniformly across South Carolina broadcasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is WRLK-DT?
WRLK-DT is a PBS member television station licensed to Columbia, South Carolina. It serves as part of the South Carolina ETV (SCETV) network, delivering public broadcasting, educational content, and local programming across the Midlands region.
Where can I find the WRLK-DT TV schedule?
The WRLK-DT schedule can be found in local TV guide listings, regional newspaper broadcast sections, electronic program guides (EPG) provided by cable and satellite operators, and online TV listing directories.
How can I check WRLK-DT TV guide listings for tonight?
To check listings for tonight, navigate to the current date on a local TV guide listing, filter for WRLK-DT (or SCETV Columbia), and look at the evening block starting from 7:00 PM ET onwards.
Does WRLK-DT offer subchannels?
Yes, as part of South Carolina ETV's digital broadcast service, WRLK-DT transmits multiple digital subchannels carrying specialized programming such as ETV World, South Carolina Channel, and PBS KIDS.
Why might published WRLK-DT schedules differ from actual broadcasts?
Schedules can occasionally change due to live coverage of state public affairs, special membership pledge events, breaking news, or scheduling adjustments made by the distributor.